1204. General Biology. (3-2) Detailed study of a typical cell, cell phenomena, mitosis, meiosis, nucleic acids, protein synthesis, basic principles of genetics, photosynthesis, and respiration. A survey of the Plant Kingdom is covered. Much of laboratory is devoted to a detailed study of the anatomy and physiology of flowering plants, while representatives of the lower plant phyla are studied with emphasis on life histories. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp,Sm)

1214. General Biology. (3-2) The major animal phyla and vertebrate systems are surveyed, with representative examples and dissection of the frog stressed in the laboratory. Lab fee $10. (Sp,Sm)

2034. Fundamentals of Microbiology. (3-4) An introduction to the study of micro-organisms, their characteristics, their aspects of physiology and genetics, and their interrelations with humans. Prerequisites: 2 semesters of biology or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp,Sm)

2103. Essential Elements of Biology. (2-3) The study of morphology, anatomy, growth, life cycles, ecology, behavior, classification, and uses of organisms. Human systems and tissues and mechanisms of heredity and metabolism will be introduced. The laboratory will give experience in the use of the microscope, dissecting procedures, and problem solving. Prerequisite: 8 hours laboratory science. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

2174. Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy. (3-4) The morphology, physiology, and phylogeny of the organ systems of vertebrates. Laboratory study of representative vertebrates. Prerequisite: 8 hours of biology. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

2194. Human Anatomy and Physiology. (3-2) Basic physiological principles and their applications in the study of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems are emphasized. Lab fee $10. (F,Sm)

2204. Human Anatomy and Physiology. (3-2) A continuation of the integrated study of human anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is on the various organ systems not studied in BIOL 2194. Prerequisite: BIOL 2194 or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (Sp,Sm)

3024. Histology. (3-3) Introduction to cellular ultrastructure. Study of vertebrate tissues and their arrangement in various organs. Prerequisites: BIOL 1214, 2174 or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (F)

3034. Heredity. (3-3) The fundamental principles of inheritance and their application to plants and animals including humans. Laboratory stresses genetic variables and manipulation of genetic traits. Prerequisite: 12 hours BIOL. Lab fee $10. (Sp,F)

3044. Survey of the Vertebrates. (3-3) An introduction to the phylogeny, systematics, distribution, ecology, reproduction, and growth of organisms in the classes of vertebrates, emphasizing local and regional forms. Laboratory: identification and methods of collection and preservation of specimens. Prerequisites: BIOL 1204, 1214. Lab fee $10. (Sp)

3154. Plant Taxonomy. (3-3) Principles of plant taxonomy. Field and laboratory studies of common Texas wild flowers and trees with emphasis on identification, collection, and preparation of herbarium specimens. Prerequisites: 7 hours of BIOL, junior classification, or department head approval. Lab fee $10. (Sp)

3204. Plant Pathology. (3-3) Study of the various types of plant diseases and specific examples of each type. Emphasis upon identification, host-parasite interactions, pathogen dissemination, and control methods. Prerequisites: BIOL 1204, 2034 or approval by department head. Lab fee $10.

3364. Plant Physiology. (3-3) A study of physiology of green plants with emphasis on nitrogen metabolism, respiration, mineral nutrition, photosynthesis, and growth. Prerequisites: 1 semester of BIOL with plant emphasis and one semester of organic chemistry. Lab fee $10.

3403. Introduction to Marine Biology. (3-0) General considerations of the marine environment including habitats, biota, zoogeography, and humans' impact. Prerequisites: BIOL 1204, 1214.

3494. Invertebrate Zoology. (3-3) The study of the morphology, taxonomy, biology, and phylogeny of the invertebrate animals, exclusive of the Insecta. Prerequisites: 12 hours of BIOL or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (Sp,SmE)

3854. Immunology. (3-3) Emphasis on the basic concepts of humoral and cell-mediated immunity. Laboratory: current techniques in experimental immunology and serology. Prerequisites: BIOL 2034 and one year of CHEM or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (Sp)

3954. Pathogenic Microbiology. (3-3) A study of the disease-producing capacities of various microorganisms with emphasis on the diagnostic procedure of isolation and identification. Prerequisite: BIOL 2034 with minimum grade of "C" or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (F)

4014. Ecology. (3-3) Plants and animals in relation to their environment. Prerequisites: 2 semesters of BIOL or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (F,SmO)

4414. Limnology. (3-3) A study of aquatic communities and the physiochemical factors affecting the productivity of ponds, reservoirs, and streams. Experience in hydrographic survey morphometry. Prerequisites: 1 year of CHEM and 12 hours of BIOL, including BIOL 1204, 1214. Lab fee $10.

4423. Marine Ecology. (3-0) Study of marine ecosystems including physical, chemical, and biological factors which influence the distribution of marine organisms. Prerequisites: BIOL 1204, 1214, 4014 or approval by the department head.

4454. Parasitology. (3-3) A survey of the various invertebrate parasites of medical importance with particular reference to epidemiology and the host-parasite relationship. Prerequisites: 12 hours of BIOL or approval by the department head. Lab fee $10. (F)

4703. Systematic Analysis of Biological Principles. (3-0) The comparative study of the morphology, anatomy, genetics, metabolism, reproduction, and the phylogenetic and ecological relationships of organisms. Prerequisite: 8 hours advanced BIOL or approval of department head. Lab fee $10. (F)

4743. Introductory Biological Chemistry. (3-0) An introduction to the basic principles of biological chemistry and to fundamental processes of plants, animals and microorganisms. Credit for both BIOL 4743 and CHEM 4743 will not be awarded. Prerequisite: 1 semester of organic chemistry or approval of department head.

4753. Intermediary Metabolism. (3-0) A detailed survey of intermediary metabolism. The metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids, and the regulation of metabolism are emphasized. Prerequisites: 8 hours of BIOL and BIOL/CHEM 4743, or approval of department head.

4783. Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry. (1-5) Principles and applications of basic methodology for the isolation, purification, characterization, and quantitative determination of biologically important compounds. Credit for both BIOL 4783 and CHEM 4783 will not be awarded. Prerequisite: BIOL 4743 or CHEM 4743 or concurrent enrollment, or approval of department head. Lab fee, $10. (Sp)

4853. Seminar. (Credit variable) Survey of biological literature, biological instrumentation, history of biology, and current trends in biological sciences. Prerequisite: 12 hours BIOL.

4863. Biology Problems. (Credit variable) A course open by invitation to capable juniors and seniors wishing to pursue a biological problem. Students are permitted and encouraged to work independently under the guidance of an instructor. May be repeated for credit, subject to the approval by the department head. Prerequisites: 2 years of BIOL, the ability to do independent work, and approval of department head. Lab fee $10.

4112. Urinalysis Lecture. (2-0) A study of urine formation and the relationship to renal and systemic diseases is emphasized.

4121. Urinalysis Laboratory. (0-3) Supervised experiences using microscopic and chemical techniques in the analysis of urine. Lab fee $15.

4131-2. Urinalysis Practicum. (Variable 1 or 2) (0-3 for each hour) Structured clinical experience directed toward development of laboratory skills, organizing work, and solving problems in urinalysis. The standard urinalysis practicum for CLS certification is 1 hour credit. An extended practicum is offered for B.S. degreed students seeking categorical hematology or chemistry certification for 2 hours credit. Lab fee $5.

4214. Hematology Lecture. (4-0) Studies on the formation, function, and identification of characteristics of normal and abnormal cellular elements of human blood are discussed.

4222. Hematology Laboratory. (0-6) Supervised experiences with emphasis placed on the enumeration, morphology, and staining characteristics of normal and abnormal blood cells, and coagulation physiology. Lab fee $15.

4233-7. Hematology Practicum. (Variable 3 or 7) (0-3 for each hour) Structured clinical experience directed toward development of laboratory skills, organizing work, and solving problems in hematology. The standard hematology practicum for CLS certification is 3 hours credit. An extended practicum is offered for B.S. degreed students seeking categorical hematology certification for 7 hours credit. The extended rotation will include special hematologic procedures performed in chemistry. Lab fee $5.

4313. Medical Microbiology Lecture. (3-0) Lectures on characteristics, morphology, and physiology of human pathogenic bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

4322. Medical Microbiology Laboratory. (0-6) Supervised experiences with emphasis on staining, cultural and differential biochemical characteristics, methods of isolation from body fluids of pathogenic bacteria, fungi, and viruses and their susceptibility to therapeutic agents. Lab fee $15.

1003. Basic Writing. (3-2) Provides students with instruction in the basics of acceptable writing, with special focus on preparing them to succeed in the writing demanded throughout the Tarleton State University freshman composition sequence. The course helps students address writing problems by work in such areas as the composing process, arrangement, cohesion, paragraphing, syntax, and use of evidence. The course also helps students (on an individual basis) with their particular problems in grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling. A student must earn a grade of at least C in order to progress to ENGL 1113. The course will not substitute for any other course and does not count for degree credit. (F,Sp)

1113. Introduction to College Composition. (3-0) A prerequisite to English 1123, the course introduces students to the diverse characteristics of writing for academic contexts. Students in English 1113 write about ideas, in particular responding analytically and critically to written sources. The course helps students become familiar with academic audiences, situation, purposes, genres, and some primary conventions (style, arrangement) of those genres. Moreover, students work to develop their own composing processes, particularly for ways of inventing ideas, planning, and revising their texts. (F,Sp,Sm)

1123. College Composition and Research. (3-0) A sequel to English 1113, this course introduces students to research in academic contexts. Students address questions such as: What is it for? What are its limitations? What are some of its shapes? How does one go about it? The course introduces students to a variety of research methods, systems of documentation, contemporary library resources, and research genres. Among other writing tasks for the course, each student is expected to carry out his/her own research study for possible publication in The Tarleton Freshman Writer. Prerequisite: ENGL 1113. (F,Sp,Sm)

2033. American Literature. (3-0) Study of major works of American literature from colonial times to the present which illustrate development of national identity. Prerequisites: ENGL 1113 and 1123 or approval of department head. (F,Sp,Sm)

2043. British Literature. (3-0) Study of major works of British Literature from medieval times to the present which illustrate significant achievements in the literature of the English language. Prerequisites: ENGL 1113 and 1123 or approval of department head. (F)

2123. World Literature. (3-0) A study of representative world classics. The emphasis is on Western literature other than British and American. Prerequisites: ENGL 1113 and 1123 or approval of department head. (F,Sp,Sm)

2203. Introduction to Literature. (3-0) Study of various forms of English and American literature such as short stories, drama, poetry. Examples studied will be largely modern. Prerequisites: ENGL 1113 and 1123 or approval of the department head. (F,Sp,Sm)

2303. Introduction to Technical Writing. (3-0) A study of the characteristics and uses of technical writing, including review of representative technical journals and practice in the preparation of annotated bibliographies, technical descriptive techniques, and report writing. Prerequisites: ENGL 1113 and 1123 or approval of department head. (F,Sp,Sm)

3013. American Literature to 1865. (3-0) From the beginnings to 1865. A critical survey of major writers and movements with emphasis upon such representative authors as Poe, Emerson, Hawthorne, Thoreau, and Melville. Prerequisite: Completion of twelve hours of ENGL or approval of the department head. (F,Sm)

3023. American Literature Since 1865. (3-0) From 1865 to the present. A critical survey of major writers and movements with emphasis on such representative authors as Whitman, Crane, Howells, Frost, Hemingway, and Faulkner. Prerequisite: Completion of twelve hours of ENGL or approval of the department head. (Sp,Sm)

3103. Technical Writing and Editing. (3-0) Study of advanced technical communication situations such as formal reports, grant proposals, and professional articles, and extensive discipline-specific professional level practice in these forms. Study of general editorial techniques in formats, graphics, and layout and design methods in technical publications. Prerequisites: 12 hours of ENGL including 2303 and junior standing or approval of department head. (F)

3113. Technical Writing with Computer Applications. (3-0) Study of and practice in use of word processing and desktop publishing in document design and publication. Prerequisite: ENGL 3103, JOUR 3023 or approval of department head. (Sp)

3203. English Grammars. (3-0) A systematic review of prescriptive grammars and an introduction to descriptive grammars via linguistic principles. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or permission of department head. (F,Sm)

3303. Advanced Composition. (3-0) Extensive practice in the development of an effective style in various types of English composition. Special emphasis put on vocabulary, organization, and rhetorical principles. Especially planned for those intending to make careers of writing, editing, and teaching. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (Sp)

3403. The Short Story. (3-0) A study of the short story from Poe and de Maupassant to Hemingway, Joyce, and Faulkner. Extensive reading and analysis of stories leading to an understanding of the possibilities and limitations of this literary form. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (Sp,Sm)

3503. Children's Literature. (3-0) A general survey of literature for children. Includes a study of types of literature for children and of the development of criteria for the selection and evaluation of children's books. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (F,Sp,Sm)

3603. Principles of Poetry Study. (3-0) Study of poetry as a type of literature. Special emphasis on the fundamentals of critical analysis, with attention given to terminology and schools of poetry. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or department head approval. (Sp)

3703. An Introduction to Linguistics. (3-0) A study of contrastive linguistics: phonemics, phonetics, morphology, and syntax. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (Sp,Sm)

3803. Principles of Language Arts. (3-0) An examination of the acquisition and development of oral language and a survey of research concerned with the writing process. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL.

4003. Shakespeare. (3-0) A study in depth of representative types of Shakespeare's drama and poetry. Credit for both ENGL 4003 and THEA 4003 will not be awarded. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (Sp)

4013. British Literature I. (3-0) A chronological study of the works of the principal authors and their historic backgrounds from approximately 700 A.D. to the end of the eighteenth century. The writers considered include: Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, Pope, and Swift. Prerequisite: Completion of 12 hours ENGL or approval of department head. (F,SmE)

4023. British Literature II. (3-0) A chronological study of the works of the principal authors and their historic backgrounds from the end of the eighteenth century to the present. The writers considered include Wordsworth, Coleridge, Tennyson, Browning, and T.S. Eliot. Prerequisite: Completion of 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (Sp,SmE)

4203. Writing for Electronic Mediums. (3-0) Advanced study of and practice in writing for electronic mediums with a primary focus on planning, designing, and composing professional pages for the world wide web. Prerequisites: ENGL 2303, 3103 or 3113, or approval of department head.

4303. Modern English and American Drama. (3-0) A critical study of representative types of modern English and American drama approached through the study of such writers as Shaw, O'Neill, Miller, Williams, and Albee. Credit for both ENGL 4303 and THEA 4303 will not be awarded. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (F)

4603. Advanced Studies in Language and Literature. (3-0) An intensive review of composition principles, language conventions, and literary genres. Prerequisite: 12 hours of ENGL or approval of department head. (F, Sp)

4853. English Seminar. (Credit variable; 1-0 for each hour) Content varies according to the needs and desires of the students. When topic varies, course may be taken for credit more than once. Prerequisite: Junior classification or approval of department head.

4863. English Problems. (Credit variable) A course featuring independent reading, research, and discussion under personal direction of instructor, topics to vary according to student need. Open to students of senior classification with approval of department head.

1014. Beginning French. (3-2) Instruction and practice in understanding and speaking the French language with stress on sentence structure, inflections, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Lab fee $5. (FE)

1024. Intermediate French. (3-2) Instruction and practice in understanding and speaking the French language with increasing emphasis on reading and writing the language. Prerequisite: FREN 1014 or equivalent. Lab fee $5. (SpO)

2013. Composition and Reading. (3-0) Development of increased facility in the French language through reading, writing, and conversation. Prerequisite: FREN 1024 or equivalent. (FO)

2023. Composition and Reading. (3-0) Readings in literature with emphasis on vocabulary building, writing, and comprehension. Prerequisite: FREN 1024 or equivalent. (SpE)

4863. Special Problems. (Credit variable) A course featuring independent reading, research, and discussion under personal direction of instructor. Topics vary according to student need. Open to students of senior classification or by approval of department head.

1014. Beginning German. (3-2) Instruction and practice in understanding and speaking the German language with stress on sentence structure, inflections, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Lab fee $5. (FO)

1024. Intermediate German. (3-2) Instruction and practice in understanding and speaking the German language with increasing emphasis on reading and writing the language. Prerequisite: GERM 1014 or equivalent. Lab fee $5. (SpE)

2013. Composition and Reading. (3-0) Development of increased facility in the German language through reading, writing, and conversation. Prerequisite: GERM 1024 or equivalent. (FE)

2023. Composition and Reading. (3-0) Readings in either literary or technical German with emphasis on vocabulary building, writing, and translation skills. Prerequisite: GERM 1024 or equivalent. (SpO)

4863. Special Problems. (Credit variable) A course featuring independent reading, research, and discussion under personal direction of instructor. Topics vary according to student need. Open to students of senior classification or by approval of department head.

1014. Beginning Spanish I. (3-2) Introduction to the Spanish language for communication on a basic level. Applies the four-skills approach of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Integrated classroom instruction and electronic language lab. Lab fee $5. (F,Sp,Sm)

1024. Beginning Spanish II. (3-2) Continuation of four-skills introduction to the Spanish language for communication on a basic level. Integrated classroom instruction and electronic language lab. Prerequisite: SPAN 1014 or equivalent as approved by department head. Lab fee $5. (F,Sp,Sm)

1033. Basic Spanish for Vocations. (3-0) Instruction and practice in understanding and speaking basic colloquial Spanish encountered in a particular occupational context such as farming, ranching, or law enforcement. May be taken for elective credit and may also satisfy specified program requirements. (F,Sp)

1042. Intermediate Spanish for Vocations. (2-0) Instruction and practice in understanding and speaking Spanish encountered in specific educational and occupational contexts. Prerequisite: SPAN 1014 and concurrent enrollment in student teaching. (F,Sp)

2013. Intermediate Spanish I. (3-0) Review of basic language structure. Oral and written expression on an intermediate level. Prerequisite: SPAN 1024 or equivalent as approved by department head. (F,Sm)

2023. Intermediate Spanish II. (3-0) Intensive review of language and structure with continued practice in oral and written expression on an intermediate level. Prerequisite: SPAN 2013 or equivalent as approved by department head. (Sp,Sm)

3013. Oral Proficiency in Spanish. (3-0) Discussions of relevant cultural and social issues in Spanish, with increased emphasis on understanding native Spanish and responding to it. Either SPAN 3013 or SPAN 3023 will be counted toward degree, not both. Prerequisite: SPAN 2023 or equivalent and approval of program coordinator. (F)

3023. Spanish for Bilingual Students. (3-0) Review of writing skills for bilingual students, addressing spelling, structure, and the differentiation of colloquial Spanish from formal or standard Spanish. Either SPAN 3013 or SPAN 3023 will be counted toward degree, not both. Prerequisite: SPAN 2023 or equivalent and approval of program coordinator. (F)

3033. Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition. (3-0) Analysis of advanced Spanish grammar and development of more sophisticated writing skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 3013 or 3023 or approval of department head. (Sp)

3043. Culture of Spain and Spanish America. (3-0) A survey in Spanish of the history, folklore, social customs, and celebrations in the Spanish-speaking world. May be taken in conjunction with a study tour abroad. Prerequisite: SPAN 2023 or equivalent or approval of department head. (Sp)

4003. Foundation in Literary Studies. (3-0) Introduction to the genres of Spanish literature and analysis of literary texts. Prerequisite: SPAN 3013 or 3023 or approval of department head. (Sp)

4013. Survey of Peninsular Literature. (3-0) Major figures and literary movements of Spanish literature from the anonymous "Poema del Mio Cid" to the 20th century. Prerequisite: SPAN 4003 or approval of department head. (FO)

4023. Survey of Spanish-American Literature. (3-0) An overview of the literature of the Spanish colonies to the 20th century. Prerequisite: SPAN 4003 or approval of department head. (FE)

4853. Spanish Seminar. (Credit variable; 1-0 for each hour) Studies in Spanish or Spanish-American texts. When topics vary, course may be taken for credit more than once. Prerequisite: SPAN 4003 or approval of department head.

4863. Special Problems. (Credit variable) A course featuring independent reading, research, and discussion under personal direction of the instructor. Topics vary according to student needs. Prerequisite: SPAN 3013 or 3023 and approval of department head.

1003. Basic Mathematics. (3-2) This course features an intensive study of basic arithmetic concepts and skills, and the introduction to basic algebra as a preparatory course for MATH 1013, Fundamentals of College Algebra. It does not count for degree credit. A student must earn a grade of at least C in order to progress to MATH 1013.

1013. Fundamentals of College Algebra. (3-2) The real number system, algebraic expressions, polynomials, exponents, equations, and systems of equations. Primarily for non-science and non-mathematics majors; not for degree credit. A student cannot get credit for MATH 1013 if credit has previously been received for MATH 1073. A student must earn a grade of at least C in order to progress to MATH 1073.

1073. College Algebra. (3-0) Radicals, quadratic equations, systems of equations, ratio, proportion and variation, progressions, mathematical induction, binomial theorem, inequalities, complex numbers, theory of equations, determinants and matrices, and partial fractions. Prerequisite: Three credits of high school mathematics including two credits in Algebra I and II or a grade of C or better in MATH 1013.

1083. Elementary Applied Mathematics. (3-0) Elementary mathematical applications to problems of finance, probability, statistics, and geometry, and the development of reasoning skills. This course cannot be counted on a degree program for a mathematics major. Prerequisite: high school Algebra I and II or a grade of C or better in MATH 1013.

1093. Plane Trigonometry. (3-0) Angles and coordinates, trigonometric functions, solutions of triangles and applications, reduction theorems and formulas, identities and conditional equations, addition formulas and derived relations, angular and linear speed, logarithms, and radian measure. Prerequisite: MATH 1073 or concurrent registration or approval of the department head.

1113. Mathematics for Business and Economics. (3-0) Application of mathematical concepts to topics from finance, management science, marketing, and economics. Concepts addressed include linear models, exponential functions, probability and statistics, and introductory calculus concepts. This course cannot be counted on a degree program for a mathematics major. Prerequisite: MATH 1073.

1204. Calculus I. (3-2) Limits, continuity, the derivative, differentiation techniques, optimization, curve sketching, the definite integral, applications of the definite integral. Use of computer technology and laboratory assignments will be required in this course. Prerequisites: MATH 1073, 1093 or concurrent registration.

1313. Introduction to Probability and Statistics. (3-0) Sets, counting techniques, probability, random variables, mean and variance, distributions (binomial, normal, etc.), and statistical inference. Corequisite: MATH 1204.

2094. Calculus II. (3-2) Derivatives and integrals related to inverse trigonometric, hyperbolic, and inverse hyperbolic functions; techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, Taylor’s formula, sequences, series, power series. Use of computer technology and laboratory assignments will be required in this course. Prerequisite: MATH 1204.

2103. Calculus III. (3-0) The calculus of two dimensional vectors, parametric equations, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, multivariable differential calculus, directional derivatives and their applications, multiple integration, vector analysis, line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stokes's Theorem. Use of computer technology and laboratory assignments will be required in this course. Prerequisite: MATH 2094.

2113. Elementary Linear Algebra. (3-0) Systems of linear equations, vector spaces, linear dependence, bases, and dimension; inner product, matrices and determinants, and permutations. Prerequisite: MATH 2094 or approval of department head.

2203. Introduction to Mathematical Modeling. (3-0) An introduction to the development and analysis of mathematical models. Modeling techniques will include graphical analysis, curve fitting methods, interpolation, linear programming, dimensional analysis, and probabilistic models. Prerequisite: MATH 1204.

3003. Principles of Statistics. (3-0) Data collection and analysis, elementary probability, discrete and continuous distributions, regression, correlation, estimation, and nonparametric methods. This course cannot be counted on a degree program for a mathematics major. Credit cannot be awarded for both MATH 3003 and MATH 3504. Prerequisite: MATH 1073.

3013. Number Theory. (3-0) Congruences, rational integers, diophantine equations, quadratic reciprocity law, linear forms, integral domains, related topics. Prerequisite: 6 hours of Mathematics including MATH 1204.

3023. Survey of Geometry. (3-0) Axiomatic geometry, including concepts of point, line, plane, separation, similarity, and congruence. Also includes topics in Non-Euclidean geometry and coordinate geometry. Prerequisite: MATH 1204 or approval of department head.

3033. Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I. (2-2) Problem solving, sets, functions, logic, elementary number theory, concepts of properties of whole numbers, rational numbers, integers, and real numbers. Designed for those planning to teach in elementary school. Prerequisite: MATH 1073. Course fee $15.

3043. Survey of Mathematical Ideas. (3-0) This course is designed to bring together and supplement the technical material of other mathematics courses to communicate mathematics effectively. Topics in algebra, trigonometry, geometry, statistics, and discrete mathematics will be explored. Technology will be used where appropriate. Prerequisites: MATH 1204 and 3023 or concurrent enrollment.

3053. Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II. (2-2) Basic concepts in algebra, geometry, calculators and computers, metric system and measurement, and probability and statistics. Prerequisite: MATH 3033. Course fee $15.

3083. Technology and Mathematics (3-0) Graphing calculators and computers will be used to explore problems in algebra, number theory, geometry, and calculus. Technology will be employed to illustrate and encourage conjecturing and problem solving. Prerequisites: MATH 2094 and CIS 1043 or CIS 3443.

3113. Probability and Statistics. (3-0) The topics will include probability axioms, sampling distributions, descriptive statistics, finite random variables, infinite discrete random variables (based on infinite series), continuous random variables (based on integration), Central Limit Theorem, estimation, tests of significance, and regression. Prerequisites: CIS 1043 and MATH 2094.

3214. Computational Probability and Statistics. (3-2) Examination of probability theory and statistics from a computational point of view. Topics include both discrete and continuous distributions, random number generators, Monte Carlo methods, and simulation. Prerequisite: MATH 2094. Lab fee $10.

3504. Principles of Bio-Statistics. (3-2) An introduction to statistical methods that are applied in biology and agriculture. Use of technology and hands-on laboratory assignments will be required in this course. This course cannot be counted on a degree program for a mathematics major. Credit cannot be awarded for both MATH 3003 and 3504. Prerequisite: MATH 1073.

3603. Numerical Analysis. (3-0) An introduction to numerical analysis. Topics will be selected from error analysis, solving algebraic equations, interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, methods for solving systems of equations, approximation theory, and initial value problems of ordinary differential equations. Prerequisite: MATH 2094.

4053. Concepts of Elementary Mathematics III. (3-0) Advanced concepts of algebra, geometry, number theory, the real number system, probability, and statistics. Prerequisite: MATH 3053.

4063. Advanced Differential Equations. (3-0) Examination of topics in differential equations. Topics for study will be selected from systems of ordinary differential equations, nonlinear differential equations, and partial differential equations. Prerequisites: MATH 2113 or concurrent enrollment and MATH 3063.

4093. Advanced Analysis. (3-0). A study of the theory of the calculus of functions of a single variable. Topics include the topology of the real line, functions, sequences and their limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration. Prerequisite: MATH 2094.

4863. Mathematics Problems. (Credit variable) Special problems in mathematics. Not covered by any course in the curriculum. Work may be either theory or laboratory. May be repeated with approval of the department head for additional credit when fewer than four credits have been earned. Prerequisite: Approval of department head.

1014. Great Ideas of Physics. (3-3) Great Ideas of Physics is a laboratory science course designed to introduce the student to the concepts of physics in an elementary mathematical setting, and to discuss their significance to science, technology, and society. Topics will be drawn from both classical and contemporary physics. Prerequisite: Two semesters of high school algebra or MATH 1013. This course cannot be used for credit toward a degree in physics or mathematics. Lab fee $8.

1034. Beginning Astronomy. (3-3) A laboratory science course of qualitative studies in new topics of astronomy and astrophysics, including planetary science, stellar evolution, black holes, inflationary theory, gravitation, and discussion of experimental evidence for cosmological theories. Prerequisites: Two semesters of high school algebra or MATH 1013. Lab fee $8.

1044. General Physics I. (3-3) Mechanics, heat, and sound. Prerequisite: Two units of high school algebra and either one unit of high school trigonometry or credit or concurrent registration in MATH 1093. A student cannot get credit for PHYS 1044 if credit has been previously received for PHYS 1224. Lab fee $8.

1054. General Physics II. (3-3) Electricity and magnetism, light, and modern physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 1044. A student cannot get credit for PHYS 1054 if credit has previously been received for PHYS 2424. Lab fee $8.

1224. Principles of Physics I. (3-3) This is an introduction to mechanics, heat, and wave motion. A calculus-based course for Physical Science, Engineering, and Mathematics majors. Prerequisite: MATH 1204 or concurrent registration. Lab fee $8.

2063. New Physics. (3-0) A qualitative study of current topics in physics and astronomy. The course will include, but will not be limited to, the following topics: general relativity, the inflationary universe, the edge of space-time, quantum gravity, condensed matter in less than three dimensions, low temperature physics, quantum optics, chaos, quark structure of matter, Grand Unified Theories, and particle physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 1054 or 2424.

2424. Principles of Physics II. (3-3) This is an introduction to electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 1224 and MATH 2094 or concurrent registration. Lab fee $8.

3313. Mechanics I. (3-0) Particle dynamics in one, two, and three dimensions; conservation laws; dynamics of a system of particles; motion of rigid bodies; central force problems. Prerequisites: PHYS 2424, MATH 2103, 3063, or concurrent registration.

3323. Electromagnetic Field Theory. (3-0) Electrostatics; Laplace's equation; the theory of dielectrics; magnetostatic fields; electromagnetic induction; magnetic fields of currents; Maxwell's equations. Prerequisites: PHYS 2424, MATH 3063, or concurrent registration.

3333. Thermodynamics. (3-0) Concept of temperature, equations of state; the first and the second law of thermodynamics; entropy; change of phase; the thermodynamics functions. May enroll in ENGR or PHYS; however, credit for both ENGR 3273 and PHYS 3333 will not be awarded. Prerequisites: PHYS 2424, MATH 2103 or approval of department head.

3343. Modern Physics I. (3-0) Foundations of the atomic theory of matter; kinetic theory; elementary particles; radiations; atomic model; atomic structure; atomic spectra and energy levels; quantum theory of radiation; x-rays; special theory of relativity. Prerequisites: PHYS 2424, MATH 2103.

3724. Electronics. (3-3) Fundamental principles of electrical circuits, practical electronics, digital logic, and instrumentation systems. Credit for both ENGR 3724 and PHYS 3724 will not be awarded. Prerequisites: MATH 2103 and PHYS 2424. Lab fee $8.

4303. Mathematical Methods of Physics. (3-0) Mathematical techniques from the following areas: infinite series; integral transforming; applications of complex variables; vectors, matrices, and tensors; special functions; partial differential equations; Green's functions; perturbation theory; integral equations; calculus of variations; and groups and group representatives. Prerequisite: MATH 3063.

4323. Optics. (3-0) Huygen's principle applied to geometric optics; interference; diffraction; polarization; crystal optics; electromagnetic theory of light; interaction of light with matter. Prerequisites: PHYS 2424 and MATH 3063.

4343. Modern Physics II. (3-0) The constitution of the atomic nucleus; natural radioactivity; artificially induced nuclear transmutations; alpha, beta, and gamma decay; nuclear reactions; nuclear structure and nuclear forces; nuclear fission; neutron physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 3343 and MATH 3063 or concurrent registration.

4353. Quantum Physics. (3-0) The Schroedinger equation; one dimensional systems; the Heisenberg uncertainty principle; magnetic moments and angular momentum; two and three dimensional systems; approximation methods; scattering theory. Prerequisite: PHYS 3343.

4863. Special Problems. (Credit variable) This course is designed to develop the theoretical or experimental capabilities, or both, of individual senior physics majors. Prerequisites: Senior classification and approval of department head.

1051. Orientation to Nursing. (1-0) The study of the nursing role components within an historical and ethical/legal framework. The Tarleton nursing curriculum and program philosophy are included. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program (F,Sp)

1114. Nursing Care Concepts. (3-3) Emphasis is placed on techniques of assessment and data collection and documentation of findings. Clinical experiences are provided in the nursing skills lab and other selected settings. Pre- or co-requisites: CHEM 1034 or 1054, BIOL 2194 or 2204, and NUR 1051. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

1305. Nursing Care of Adults. (3-6) The nursing process is utilized to provide care to adults experiencing disequilibrium. Emphasizes assessment and planning components of the process and developing intervention strategies. The nursing skills lab, area hospitals, and extended care facilities are used for clinical experiences. Prerequisites: NUR 1114, PSY 1013, and BIOL 2194 or 2204. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

2032. LVN Transition Course. (2-0) Point of program entry for the LVN. Emphasizes aspects and components of the nursing role; nursing process; physical assessment, communication, and interviewing techniques; teaching/ learning principles and aspects of role transition. Diagnostic assessment of clinical skills is conducted. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program. Concurrent enrollment possible with NUR 2053. (F,Sp)

2053. Pharmacology and Pathophysiology Concepts. (3-0) Emphasizes concepts of pathophysiologic processes on human functioning, the effects of pharmacotherapeutic agents on these processes, and the effects of these processes on medication metabolism. Prerequisites: BIOL 2194, 2204, and NUR 1305. Pre- or co-requisite: BIOL 2034. (F,Sp)

2106. Nursing Care Across Life Span. (3-9) Emphasizes utilization of the nursing process to provide care for individuals of all ages. Multicultural, ethical, and other influences on health are considered. Home care of individuals is introduced. Prerequisites: NUR 1305. Pre- or co-requisite: NUR 2053. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

2204. Maternal and Child Health Nursing. (2-6) Emphasizes utilization of all components of the nursing process in caring for individuals, within the context of family and community, during the childbearing period and in providing preventive and restorative care to children of all ages. Clinical experiences are provided in area hospitals, public schools, and public health clinics. Prerequisite: NUR 2106. Pre- or co-requisite: H S 2103. Concurrent enrollment possible with NUR 2254. (F,Sp)

2254. Psychiatric Nursing. (2-6) Emphasizes use of the nursing process in the practice of psychiatric nursing. Common types of psychopathology and therapeutic modalities are examined. Knowledge of psychopharmacological agents is applied to psychiatric nursing practice outcomes. Clinical practicum in a structured institutional setting provides the opportunity to practice therapeutic interaction with patients demonstrating psychiatric disorders. Prerequisite: NUR 2106. Pre- or co-requisite: H S 2103. Concurrent enrollment possible with NUR 2204. (F,Sp)

2353. Integration of Nursing Role Components. (3-0) This course is required for students exiting the program at the associate degree level. Combines an emphasis on the integration of the components of the nursing role in caring for individuals of all ages experiencing major disequilibrium with forming cooperative relationships among the members of the health team; trends in nursing, and professional responsibilities of the graduate nurse. Prerequisites: NUR 2204 and 2254. Pre- or co-requisite: POLS 2023. Concurrent enrollment possible with NUR 2415 if POLS 2023 is completed. (F,Sp)

2415. Comprehensive Nursing Care - ADN. (1-12) Practicum in which the student synthesizes and validates concepts presented in lower division courses in the curriculum by providing care to and managing care for groups of patients. Special focus on anticipatory socialization in order to initiate a transition from student nurse to graduate. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all required course work with the exception of concurrent enrollment in NUR 2353. Upon successful completion of this course, the student meets the associate degree program requirements to take the NCLEX-RN as a prerequisite for licensure as an RN. (F,Sp)

3102. Nursing Role Concepts. (2-0) This course focuses on the role of the professional nurse as provider of care, manager of care, and member of a profession. Professional issues, legal, ethical, socioeconomic, political, and cultural aspects of health care and nursing are examined. Critical reasoning skills, responsibility and accountability for professional growth and actions are emphasized. Prerequisite: NUR 2106 or, if RN, point of program entry; admission to the nursing program is required. Pre- or co-requisite: COMS 3013. (F,Sp)

3113. Health Promotion Concepts. (2-3) Study of the individual's and community's responsibility in promoting a healthy lifestyle. Emphasizes the role of the nurse as teacher in health promotion. Clinical experiences are provided through use of lab simulations, community agencies, and organizations. Prerequisite: NUR 2106. Lab Fee, $10. (F, Sp)

3123. Nursing Research. (3-0) Addresses basic research concepts and explores the relationship of research to nursing theory and practice. Prepares the student as a consumer of research in order that relevant findings may be applied to clinical practice. Prerequisite: MATH 3003 or 3504 and upper-division standing in the nursing major. (F, Sp)

3133. Gerontic Nursing. (3-3) Expands knowledge of gerontics and intervention strategies for caring for elders. Emphasis placed on caring for the frail elderly. Clinical experiences are provided in extended care facilities and other selected settings. Prerequisite: NUR 3113, 3123, or approval of department head.

3143. Perioperative Nursing. (3-3) This course allows students to expand their understanding and skill in providing care to patients during all phases of the perioperative period. Clinical experiences include outpatient surgery and diagnostic procedures areas of hospital as well as traditional surgical areas. Prerequisite: NUR 3114, 3123, or consent of Director, Division of Nursing.

3206. Family Health Nursing. (3-9) Study of the interaction in human groups with the family as focus. Concepts from nursing theory and research are incorporated with family theory to examine the relationship between health, illness, and family equilibrium. Acute and chronic illnesses across the lifespan, the impact of family member illness on the family system, and intervention strategies are included. Clinical experiences in the nursing skills lab, area hospitals, and community settings provide opportunities to perform comprehensive individual and family assessments. Pre- or co-requisite: NUR 3123. Lab fee, $10. (F,Sp)

3216. Community Health Nursing. (3-9) Contemporary issues and theoretical foundations of the nurse as provider of care and advocate to families and communities are explored within an historical perspective. Emphasizes research findings for the improvement of community health care and the collaborative relationships among and between health care workers and consumers. Clinical experiences are in primary and home care settings. Prerequisite: NUR 3206. (F, Sp)

4104. Nursing Management. (2-6) Application of theoretical framework established in previous courses to effectively manage relationships in a work setting. Clinical experiences provide opportunities to explore the role of manager/leader in areas such as case management, unit management, and nursing administration. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing in the nursing major. (Sm)

4204. Nursing and Advanced Technology. (2-6) Study of the need for harmony between the concepts of human caring and use of advanced technology in nursing practice. Emphasizes safe and effective use of technology when caring for individuals and families. Institutional and community-based settings are used for clinical experiences. Prerequisites: NUR 3206. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

4213. Emergency Nursing. (3-3) Focuses on use of the nursing process in providing care to individuals of all ages experiencing medical and surgical problems and/or psychosocial crises. Clinical experiences include provision of care to a wide variety of individuals with diverse problems in rural or community emergency room settings. Prerequisite: NUR 4204 or approval of department head.

4223. Critical Care Nursing. (3-3) Expands knowledge and skills in providing care to individuals experiencing major disequilibrium. Ethical issues common to critical care areas are included. Prerequisite: NUR 4204 or approval of department head.

4304. Rural Health Care. (2-6) Study of factors impacting the health status and health needs of groups and individuals in rural communities, features of the health care delivery system in rural areas, and unique features of rural health nursing. Clinical experiences include providing direct care to individuals and groups in a rural hospital and community-based setting. Prerequisite: NUR 3216. Concurrent enrollment possible with NUR 4405 if all required non-nursing courses are completed. (F,Sp)

4405. Comprehensive Nursing Care - BSN. (1-12) Practicum in which the student synthesizes and validates concepts presented in the curriculum when providing care to individuals and families with acute or chronic complex conditions. Emphasizes aspects of transition from student nurse to practicing professional. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all required course work with the exception of concurrent enrollment in NUR 4304. Upon successful completion of this course, the student meets the baccalaureate degree program requirements to take the NCLEX-RN as a prerequisite for licensure as an RN. (F,Sp)

4583. Nursing Seminar. (Credit variable) Design of course will focus on current topics and issues of interest to a group of students. May be repeated for credit as topic and/or objectives of the course change. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing in the nursing major or approval of department head.

4863. Nursing Problems. (Credit variable) This course allows the student to explore a topic of special interest while working independently under the guidance of an instructor. The student formulates objectives and a plan of evaluation of the project. May be repeated for credit, subject to approval by the head of the Department of Nursing. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing in the nursing major or approval of department head.

2013. Archeology. (3-0) A survey of human prehistory and the origins of civilization. Topics covered include archeological theory and methodology, the evolution of humans, the origins of culture, development of agriculture, and the early history of world civilizations. Theory reinforced by field experience.

1014. Introductory Applied Chemistry. (3-3) A brief introduction to the basic principles of chemistry with emphasis on applications in our society: energy, pollution and the environment, food, health, and drugs. Designed for nonscience majors. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp)

1034. Fundamentals of Chemistry. (3-2) A beginning chemistry course for students in applied sciences who need only one semester of general chemistry. The course includes the structure, properties and changes in matter, quantitative relationships in reactions, solutions, equilibrium, pH, buffers and nuclear chemistry. Not recommended for science majors or preprofessional students in health related fields. Does not meet prerequisite for CHEM 1084 or 2014. Lab fee, $10. (F, Sp)

1054. College Chemistry. (3-3) Topics to be covered include an introduction to fundamental chemical laws, atomic structure and its relationship to chemical bonding and the periodic properties of elements and compounds, stoichiometry, states of matter, and solutions. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp,SmI)

1084. College Chemistry. (3-3) Topics to be covered include a study of the chemical and physical properties of selected families of elements, an introduction to energy changes in chemical reactions, chemical equilibria, electrochemistry, rates of chemical reactions, nuclear chemistry, and semi-micro qualitative analysis. Suggested for science majors and pre-professional students. This course is a prerequisite for CHEM 2014. Prerequisite: CHEM 1054. Lab fee $10. (F,Sp,SmII)

2014. Organic Chemistry I. (3-4) The first semester of a year sequence in the chemistry of carbon compounds involving their synthesis, reaction mechanisms, nomenclature, physical and spectral properties. Includes compounds of theoretical, biological, agricultural, and industrial importance. Prerequisite: CHEM 1084. Lab fee, $10. (F, Sp, Sm I)

2024. Organic Chemistry II. (3-4) A continuation of CHEM 2014. The laboratory includes an introduction to qualitative organic analysis. This course is a prerequisite to all organic chemistry courses at the junior or higher level. CHEM 2033 does not meet the prerequisite requirements for this course. Prerequisite CHEM 2014. Lab fee, $10. (Sp)

2033. Introductory Organic Chemistry. (3-0) A one semester course on the structure and reactions of functional groups and their stereochemistry, including the chemistry of important agricultural and biological compounds, and the chemistry of selected diseases, drugs, vitamins and nutrition. Not recommended for preprofessional students or students planning graduate work in the natural sciences. Not a prerequisite for CHEM 2024. Prerequisite: CHEM 1034 or CHEM 1084. (Sp)

3074. Quantitative Analysis. (2-6) A study of the experimental and theoretical principles concerning gravimetric and volumetric analysis. Topics include data treatment, equilibrium, precipitation, neutralization, oxidation- reduction, potentiometry, and introduction to spectroscopy. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in 8 hours of freshman CHEM; junior classification or approval of department head. Lab fee $10. (FE)

3143. Geochemistry. (2-3) A survey of the application of chemical principles to problems of geology. Topics include the origin and distribution of the elements in addition to exploring the behavior and distribution of various elements in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. Basic concepts of thermodynamics, solution chemistry, and isotope geochemistry will be discussed. Credit for both CHEM 3143 and GEOL 3143 will not be awarded. Prerequisite: CHEM 1084. Lab fee $10.

3234. Physical Chemistry. (3-4) A study of chemical thermodynamics and its application to chemical equilibrium; the macroscopic properties of matter including real gases, solutions, and phase changes; chemical kinetics. Prerequisites: MATH 2094; PHYS 2424 or approval of department head. Lab fee $10. (FO)

3244. Physical Chemistry. (3-4) An introduction to the microscopic properties of nature including an introduction to quantum mechanics and its applications to atomic and molecular spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHEM 3234 or approval of department head. Lab fee $10. (SpE)

4084. Instrumental Analysis. (2-6) A study of the theory and use of instruments for chemical analysis. Techniques include absorption spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, atomic absorption, flame emission, mass spectroscopy, chromatography, potentiometry, and polarography. Prerequisites: CHEM 3074 and 1 semester of organic chemistry or approval of department head. Lab fee $10. (SpO)

4273. Qualitative Organic Analysis. (1-6) The identification of the principal classes of organic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 2024. Lab fee $10. (SpE)

4283. Inorganic Chemistry. (3-0) Discussion of the models of inorganic chemistry including atomic structure, chemical bonding, periodic properties, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and coordination chemistry. Properties of specific elements and families are also presented. Prerequisites: CHEM 2024 and junior classification or approval of department head. (SpE)

4293. Polymers. (3-0) A basic study of polymer chemistry, with special emphasis on the effect of the structure of monomers upon the structure of the polymers, is presented. Prerequisite: CHEM 2024. (FO)

4453. Medicinal Chemistry. (3-0) An examination of the principles of drug action including receptor-effector theories and the effects of physico-chemical properties on biological activity. The principles of drug design, synthesis, and metabolism will be presented. Prerequisites: CHEM 2024 and BIOL 1214. (FE)

4743. Introductory Biological Chemistry. (3-0) An introduction to the basic principles of biological chemistry and to fundamental processes of plants, animals, and microorganisms. Credit for both BIOL 4743 and CHEM 4743 will not be awarded. Prerequisites: One year of organic chemistry, one semester of quantitative analysis, and two years of biological science and approval of the instructor.

4783. Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry. (1-5) Principles and applications of basic methodology for the isolation, purification, characterization, and quantitative determination of biologically important compounds. Credit for both BIOL 4783 and CHEM 4783 will not be awarded. Prerequisite: BIOL 4743 or concurrent enrollment, or approval of the department head. Lab fee $15. (Sp)

4863. Chemistry Problems. (Credit variable) Introduction to library and laboratory research. May be repeated for credit. A maximum of four hours may be applied toward degree requirements in chemistry. Prerequisite: Approval of department head.

3203. Astronomy. (3-0) A study of astronomical instrumentation and methodologies, a survey of the solar system, star evolution, cosmology and the origins of the universe, and a review of galactic types and histories. Theory reinforced by field experience. Prerequisites: GEOL 1054 and 1064 or approval of department head. Lab fee $5

3303. Meteorology. (3-0) A study of the Earth's atmosphere and the basic principles of weather analysis, climate and climatic controls, with emphasis on climatic effects on man. Theory reinforced by practical field experience. Prerequisites: GEOL 1054 or approval of department head. Lab fee $5.

3403. Oceanography. (3-0) A study of our oceans from the physical, chemical, biological, and geological aspects. Theory reinforced by pract